Lyme Disease Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Lyme disease is caused by
A
Bite from a tick
2
Q
What are the signs of lyme diease
A
Fever
chills
bulls eye rash
3
Q
How long after a bite can you test for disease of lymes
A
4 to 6 weeks
4
Q
What is lymes treatment plan
A
Doxycycline (adults)
Amoxicillin (Children)
5
Q
What to do if you find a tick on you
A
Remove the tick and make sure the head is out also. Most recover with early treatment